Words
Image by narciso1 from Pixabay Words were not designed to be a boomerang. Once you throw them out, you can’t take them back. Words can be an arrow that is sent to wound – A piercing point aimed to destroy. Words can be a gavel with judgment’s decree —...
Who I Have Always Been
Poem published in Anti Heroin Chic literary journal, August 2020. Photo by Ante Hamersmit on Unsplash WHO I’VE ALWAYS BEEN I am who I have always been Little girl dancing in the wind Carried away by singing words When no one else is watching. I am who I have...
Earthen Vessel
Photo by Egor Myznik on Unsplash EARTHEN VESSEL A simple jar of clay Vessel of the everyday carries earthen treasures necessary for the job. Made of dirt and water Shaped sturdy by the potter Transports what’s made useful for the crafting of the art. Not kept...
Simple on the Sideline
Photo by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash SIMPLE ON THE SIDELINE I’m standing on the sideline Serving simply with a byline. Wallflower at the party, Gardening flowers in the yard. I work behind performance scenes So others might achieve their dreams. Content audience...
Buried Treasure
Photo by Matt Hardy on Unsplash Confusion sleeps fitfully Subconscious mess Best kept buried In ocean depths To avoid a tsunami eruption The Diver knows What’s hidden and where He is able To submerge to the deep And uncover hidden treasure Worth...
Janet Fichter, Author
maggiedalene@aol.com